How to use it
Enter your grade so far, the grade you want in the course, and how much the final exam counts. The calculator shows the percentage you must score on the final to reach your target.
Formula
Needed on final = (target − current × (1 − weight)) ÷ weightExamples
Example: Current 82%, target 90%, final worth 30%. Needed = (90 − 82×0.7) ÷ 0.3 = (90 − 57.4) ÷ 0.3 = 108.7% — above 100, so an A is out of reach.
Example: Current 82%, target 85%, final worth 30%. Needed = (85 − 57.4) ÷ 0.3 = 92%.
Frequently asked questions
What is a college final grade calculator?
It tells you the score you need on your final exam to reach a target grade in the course.
How do I find what I need on my final?
Subtract your current grade weighted by its share of the course, then divide by the final's weight.
What if the needed score is over 100%?
Then the target grade is unreachable from your current standing.